Lets talk about spiritual numbers in time within your workings... As workers, we often recommend performing cleansings, baths, protection work, and other rituals for specific periods—usually for 1, 3, 7, 9, 13, 21, or 40 days. These numbers hold deep spiritual significance. These are not just numbers that we're pulling off the top of our head or out of our a**... In this post, I'll be diving into what each of these numbers represents. Be sure to check the comments for a deeper exploration of these numbers from a Hoodoo and biblical perspective. Now, when we talk about doing spiritual work for 1, 3, 7, 9, 13, 21, or 40 days, there’s a reason behind it:
1, 3, 7 are normally done on a spiritual level...
1 Day: A Day of Clarity and Connection
1 day – Quick fix. Basic clarity and realignment. Helps rebalance minor spiritual disruptions.
The number 1 is often associated with unity, singularity, and alignment with the divine. In the Bible, moments of profound connection with God often involve being alone and focused. One powerful example is Moses' encounter with God on Mount Sinai. Moses spent 40 days and 40 nights in solitude, fasting and connecting directly with the divine (Exodus 34:28). While this was longer than a single day, the essence of his time alone with God underscores how moments of isolation allow for clarity, instruction, and divine presence. In your own life, dedicating a single day to spiritual work can be about focusing inward and reconnecting with your true self, seeking divine clarity on your path.
This can be done through your mediations.
3 Days: The Holy Trinity and Divine Alignment
3 days – Calls in your spirit guides and support system. This could be your ancestors, divine spirit, or the holy trinity energy.
The number 3 carries immense spiritual significance, often associated with the Holy Trinity in Christianity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. In family paternal, maternal, child... the power of three holds significance in many religions and practices. It represents divine completeness and spiritual alignment. Jesus often spoke of going to spend time with his holy father and mother. A clear biblical example is the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He was in the tomb for three days, a period that marked not just physical death, but the divine plan for spiritual rebirth and transformation (Matthew 12:40). Another example is Jonah, who was in the belly of the great fish for three days and three nights, symbolizing death, reflection, and eventual resurrection (Jonah 1:17). Three days in spiritual work can be seen as a period of calling in higher powers—spirit guides, divine energy, or ancestors—to assist in your transformation or healing.
7 Days: Spiritual Completion and Blessing
7 days – Deep spiritual alignment. Seven is the number of the spiritual path, luck, and blessings.
Seven is a number tied to completion, spiritual fullness, and divine blessing. The creation story in Genesis speaks to this power: God created the world in six days, and on the seventh day, He rested, symbolizing completion and sanctity (Genesis 2:2-3). Another significant example is when God commanded the Israelites to march around the city of Jericho for seven days. On the seventh day, after they had completed the cycle, the walls of the city fell as a result of their obedience and faith (Joshua 6:15). In your own work, seven days can represent a full cycle of spiritual cleansing, blessings, or the breaking down of obstacles.
When you start getting into 9, 13, 21, and 40 days, this is where you see physical changes. The work shifts from purely spiritual to affecting your reality:
9 Days: Transformation and Endings
9 days – Shifts luck, changes situations, and gives an extra push to break through obstacles.
Nine represents the completion of a cycle and often indicates a transformative period. In the Bible, we see that there are nine fruits of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), a representation of a transformation that occurs in the believer’s life as they grow in Christ. In another example, Daniel fasted for 21 days, and on the 9th day, he received divine revelation and angelic help (Daniel 10:2-3). Nine days in spiritual work can indicate a final push to shift energy, change situations, or usher in a deep transformation—often marking the completion of one cycle and the beginning of another.
13 Days: Breaking Curses and Hexes
13 days – Strongest for hex-breaking, curse removal, and clearing out dark energy.
Thirteen is often seen as a number that breaks barriers and is associated with significant endings. In the Bible, one of the clearest examples is the 13th generation in the lineage of Israel, where the Israelites faced oppression and difficulty until they were delivered by divine intervention (Exodus 13:17-18). Thirteen can represent breaking curses or undoing past cycles of hardship, such as when the Israelites wandered in the desert for 13 generations before entering the promised land. In your work, 13 days can be used to remove dark energies, break old cycles, or free yourself from generational curses.
The longer days hold more COMMITMENT:
21 Days: Strengthening Habits and Spiritual Growth
21 days – Helps break addictions, form new habits, and make lasting changes.
The number 21 is associated with growth, discipline, and the building of new habits. In the Bible, we see the example of Daniel, who fasted for 21 days seeking understanding and divine intervention. His fast was a period of discipline, where he committed to spiritual growth and transformation (Daniel 10:2-3). The 21 days in this example signifies both a deep spiritual commitment and a change in habits to align with divine will. In your spiritual work, 21 days can symbolize a significant commitment to self-transformation, a spiritual journey, or breaking through persistent challenges.
40 days – Total transformation. Deep, life-altering shifts happen on the physical plane.
The Bible offers several examples of 40-day periods that symbolize transformation, testing, preparation, or significant change. One of the first examples is Moses’ time on Mount Sinai. Moses spent 40 days and 40 nights fasting and communing with God before receiving the Ten Commandments (Exodus 24:18). This period was one of spiritual preparation and divine revelation, marking a pivotal moment in his journey as a leader.
As far as 40 days there are many examples, I'lllist a few more...
Similarly, after the Israelites’ disobedience, they were condemned to wander the wilderness for 40 years, which served as a period of discipline, spiritual growth, and preparation for the promised land (Numbers 14:33-34). This shows how a 40-day or 40-year period can also symbolize a time of cleansing and renewal.
Another significant 40-day period is the Great Flood, where 40 days and 40 nights of rain flooded the Earth, cleansing it from sin and beginning a new chapter for Noah and his family (Genesis 7:12). This period marked a transformation of the world itself, wiping out an old sinful age and bringing about a new beginning.
After fleeing from Jezebel, the prophet Elijah traveled for 40 days and 40 nights to Mount Horeb, where he received divine guidance. This period was both a physical and spiritual journey for Elijah, as he sought refuge and direction from God (1 Kings 19:8).
In the New Testament, Jesus also spent 40 days and 40 nights fasting in the wilderness, where he was tempted by Satan (Matthew 4:1-2, Luke 4:1-2). This period was one of preparation before his public ministry, demonstrating his dependence on God and victory over temptation. It was a crucial time of spiritual fortification.
Then there were the Israelite spies spent 40 days exploring the land of Canaan, which was vital in determining the course of the Israelites' future (Numbers 13:25). The report they brought back would influence whether they entered the promised land immediately or waited.
Finally, Jonah’s warning to the city of Nineveh offers another example. Jonah proclaimed that Nineveh would be overthrown in 40 days unless the people repented, and the people heeded the warning, leading to their salvation (Jonah 3:4). This period of warning and repentance demonstrated the power of transformation through spiritual change and divine mercy.
Each of these 40-day periods represents significant moments of testing, spiritual preparation, or transformation. They highlight the importance of divine intervention and human response in the process of change and renewal.